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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Spartanburg, South carolina.
Aileen Alexander
Feb 21, 2025
Aileen Alexander was born, on February 8, 1939, to the late Joseph "Josie" Lowrance and the late Roosevelt Lowrance in Cherokee County. She was a member of Holden's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, and her favorite color was blue.
She was preceded in death, along with his parents, sister Josephine Riser and brothers, Wilber Lowrance and Horace Lowrance....
James Mack Landrum, Ii
Feb 20, 2025
James Mack Landrum, II was born, on December 12, 1935, to the late Eileen Landrum and the late James Mack, in Spartanburg, SC. He was a graduate of Fosters Grove High School and owned and operated his brick mason company. He was a member of Brooklyn CME Church and Masonic Lodge, Victor 141.
He was preceded in...
Gloria Henderson
Feb 19, 2025
Gloria Gertrude Henderson, affectionately known as "Sister", was born on January 13, 1952, to the late Gloria Gertrude Anderson and Samuel James Henderson. She attended Passaic High School and later received her GED. Gloria, in her younger years, was extremely athletic and loved playing basketball and softball. She was incredibly gifted at basketball and trained her sons and nephews...
Richard Troy Turner
Feb 17, 2025
Richard Latroy Turner, son of Angeline (Gary) Todd and Richard (Rita) Mills, was born in Spartanburg County. "Troy" attended Spartanburg District 7 Schools and received his GED. He developed a passion for brick masonry and later moved back to Spartanburg and worked in the construction field.
He leaves to cherish fond and loving memories, along with his...
Bette Ann Szymkowiak
Feb 17, 2025
Bette Ann Szymkowiak, affectionately known as Betka, was born on July 6, 1951, to the late Helen Backo Rogala and the late Benjamin Rogala in Natrona Heights, PA. She worked many years in data programing at Allegheny Lundium.
In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, drinking coffee and being in nature. She loved her family greatly and...
Samuel Penson, Jr.
Feb 9, 2025
Samuel Penson, Jr. was born, on December 8, 1939, to the late Leona Briggs Penson and the late Samuel Penson, Sr. in Greenville, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County school system and a graduate of Bethune High School. He worked for Inman and Lyman Mills until his retirement.
Samuel had a comedic and humorous personality....
Stacy Collier Anderson
Feb 3, 2025
Stacy Collier Anderson was born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, on November 17, 1975, and peacefully passed away on February 3, 2025, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Stacy was the beloved daughter of Delphine Collier of Spartanburg, SC and James (Joanne) Thomas of St. Matthews, SC.
Stacy attended the public schools of Calhoun County. Stacy also attended Job Corps....
Jessica Michelle Rice
Feb 2, 2025
Ms. Jessica Michelle Rice entered rest on Sunday, February 2, 2025. A resident of Spartanburg, SC, she was the daughter of John Woodruff and Toni (Thomas) Davis. Jessica was a graduate of Spartanburg High School. She was employed at Takeuchi and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. Jessica considered herself to be a homemade comedian and a jack...
Lorene Ford
Feb 2, 2025
Lorene Ford was born, on May 5, 1952, to the late Leola Pearson Martin and the late Dock Martin, Jr. She was educated in the Spartanburg County schools. She went on to receive certifications in nursing.
Lorene was a nice, caring and extremely comedic lady. She was loveable and enjoyed partying and spending time at casinos. Her...
Garvin Edward Means
Jan 28, 2025
With love and hope, Garvin Edward Means was born on July 23, 1948, to the late Leola Shands Means and the late Wilbur Means.
Following his graduation from Lincoln High School, he achieved distinction as one of the first African Americans to obtain machinery certification at Spartanburg Community College, previously Spartanburg Technical College.
He subsequently...
Drusilla Holmes
Jan 26, 2025
Drusilla Holmes, affectionately known as "Dru", was born December 4, 1959, to the late Freddie Lee Holmes and the late Edward Forest Wynn, in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools. Drusilla retired from Disney World in Orlando, FL.
Drusilla was the purest soul you could ever meet. She never judged anyone and she...
Bennie Prysock
Jan 25, 2025
Bennie Prysock was born, on October 10, 1947, to the late Bennie Prysock and the late Mattie Lee Long Prysock, in Spartanburg, SC.
Robert was a very friendly quiet. He infinity for cars and enjoyed working on them. He was extremely intelligent.
Robert was preceded in death, along with his parents and siblings, Mae Frances...
Jerry Earl Glover
Jan 23, 2025
Jerry Earl Glover was born, on May 23, 1962, to the late Robert Windell Glover and the late Faye Ann Nesbitt. He was educated in the Spartanburg County schools and a graduate of Chapman High School. He also received a certification in phlebotomy. He was previously employed with Alcoa as a machine operator.
He was a lover...
Nomonde Funeka Zingitwa Saziru
Jan 18, 2025
The Ancestors called again, and Nomonde, the angel of our family, answered them.
Ms. Nomonde Funeka Zingitwa Saziru was born on October 29, 1984. The doctors predicted that she would live only six months, and another doctor said she would live only five years, but they were wrong.
Nomonde was educated at the McCarthy Teszler...
Teresa Ann Byrd
Jan 15, 2025
Teresa Ann Byrd was born on March 11, 1973, to the late Nannie Mae Means Byrd and the late Billy Byrd in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in the Spartanburg County schools.
Teresa was a loving and caring individual. She was very outspoken and loved to talk on the phone. Teresa enjoyed listening to gospel and slow...
Barbara Jean Rice
Jan 13, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Jean Rice. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Christopher Rochelle Moore
Jan 11, 2025
Christopher Rochelle Moore, affectionately known as "Chris", was born on March 3, 1960, to Lula Mae Watson Moore and the late Roosevelt Moore, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools. He was previously employed with Monsanto Company of Woodruff, SC and Dollar General Distribution.
Chris loved old-school music and was a master PA technician....
Raymond Bond
Jan 10, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Raymond Bond. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Steven Earl Bates
Jan 10, 2025
Steven Earl Bates beloved husband of Erica Bates and the son of Sam Bates and the late Sheila Gloster transitioned on Friday, January 10, 2025.
Donna Lee Young
Jan 9, 2025
Donna Lee Young, devoted wife of 35 years to Larry Whalen, mother to 2 children, Tammy (53) of Mecosta, Michigan and Troy (49) of Surprise, Arizona; 4 grandchildren Gage (23), Emily (22), Mason (21) and Alyssa (21), passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025, surrounded by her family, and leaving a void her family cannot possibly ever fill.
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